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Re: Value of compressor clutch flyback diode
If you guys recall, the relays for the cooling fan and several others have the diode to dissipate the coil induced voltage when the relay is shut off. This voltage is sent to ground to prevent damage to the relay points and to prevent feed back current to the positive side of the relay coil.
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My thought with the diode was so you could shut the engine off with the AC on, otherwise the magnet would create power to keep the engine running
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How would you explain the ones without the diode? Once you kill the engine you shut off the electromagnet which de-energizes the clutch.
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